Apply to be a LEND trainee
LEND Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled and will be reviewed beginning March 1st for the upcoming training year.
Please email applications and questions to Jessica Molloy, M.Ed., at .
Application Requirements
- Qualified applicants will possess leadership potential and will be either:
- Graduates or students in their final year of education towards a degree in audiology, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, school psychology, public health, social work, special education, or speech-language pathology
- Individuals with disabilities or family members of a person/people with disabilities.
- Qualified individuals with disabilities or family members of people with disabilities who are interested in focusing on disability issues and have leadership potential are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants should have a demonstrated interest in acquiring knowledge and skills to evaluate, develop, and provide evidence-based interventions to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities in an interprofessional, family-centered, and culturally competent manner.
- The LEND program involves a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week onsite (Fridays from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. at 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í, as well as other times flexibly scheduled) from September through May for a total of 300 hours.
About LEND Training
The Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Program at the 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í is an interprofessional 9-month academic, clinical/community practice, leadership, and public policy training program with a focus on family-centered practice and inclusion.
Trainees will engage in didactic and clinical/community experiences provided by leading experts in developmental disabilities in Maine. Training includes observation and participation in assessment and treatment/intervention, mentorship, family experiences, and presentations covering all aspects of caring for children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. A trainee stipend is available for qualified graduate students, new graduates, persons with neurodevelopmental disabilities, family members, and practicing clinicians.
Admissions FAQ
The Maine LEND program is part of a national program to educate leaders who can make a difference in the lives of people and families affected by neurodevelopmental and related challenges. LEND programs are funded and supported by a federal grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration. Maine LEND is based at the Westbrook College of Health Professions of the 911±¬ÁÏÍøºìÁì½í, Portland. It includes didactic education, clinical/community observations and other experiences, Family Interprofessional Team (FIT) participation, community practice opportunities, family experiences, leadership development, and elective research, service, and/or scholarship.